A mobile health system to help mothers monitor postpartum symptoms and seek care
"Maternal Outcome Monitoring and Support (MOMS) - A mHealth symptom self-monitoring and decision support system to reduce racial and ethnic disparities in postpartum outcomes
This study is creating a helpful mobile app for mothers to track their postpartum symptoms and get advice on when to see a doctor, especially aimed at supporting African American and Spanish-speaking Latina women to improve their health after childbirth.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Columbia University Health Sciences NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11013393 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to develop a mobile health application that empowers mothers to self-monitor their postpartum symptoms and receive decision support on when to seek medical care. By focusing on diverse populations, particularly African American and Spanish-speaking Latina women, the project seeks to address and reduce disparities in maternal health outcomes. The approach involves creating a user-friendly platform that allows mothers to report symptoms and access tailored guidance based on their responses. The goal is to enhance self-efficacy and improve timely access to care for severe maternal morbidity.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are postpartum women, especially those from African American and Spanish-speaking Latina communities, who may be at higher risk for severe maternal morbidity.
Not a fit: Patients who are not postpartum or those who do not belong to the targeted demographic groups may not receive benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce preventable maternal morbidity and mortality by ensuring timely medical intervention for postpartum complications.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success with mobile health interventions in improving maternal health outcomes, indicating that this approach has potential for effectiveness.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- Columbia University Health Sciences — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Benda, Natalie Christine — Columbia University Health Sciences
- Study coordinator: Benda, Natalie Christine
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.